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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 37 Episode 6 - Emma Stone/Coldplay
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    S37:E6

    Coldplay perform "Paradise" and 'Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall" Sketches include "Rick Perry Fumbles," "Secret Word," "WXPD News," "Wish It Would Rain" (Digital Short), "Les Jeunes de Paris," "Bachlorette Party," "Someone Like You," and "Technology Hump" (film).

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  2. undefined Season 37 Episode 14 - Zooey Deschanel/Karmin
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    S37:E14

    Karmin performs “Brokenhearted” and “I Told You So” Skits include: Chrysler Ad II, Piers Morgan Tonight, Les Jeunes De Paris, Chrysler Ad III, Daily Post, 1941, Chrysler Ad IV, Bein’ Quirky with Zooey Deschanel, Verizon Commercial, Crab Blast 2012, We’re Gonna Make Technology Hump, Letters Between Sisters.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  3. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Life goes by too f**king fast, it really does.
    7.7/10(20 votes)

    S1:E1

    After an embarrassing incident at work, Ron Trosper tries to solve the problem.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - New blood. There's 5 Rons now.
    7.6/10(16 votes)

    S1:E2

    Ron aids in Natalie's wedding preparation and continues to try to solve the problem.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - Minnie Mouse coming back wasn't on my bingo card.
    7.6/10(14 votes)

    S1:E8

    Ron deals with the aftermath of his decision.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  6. undefined Season 37 Episode 18 - Sofia Vergara/One Direction
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    S37:E18

    One Direction perform "What Makes You Beautiful" and "One Thing" and appeared in "The Manuel Ortiz Show" sketch. Skits include:Just Friends Booty Shorts, Bein’ Quirky With Zooey Deschanel, Almost Pizza, Channel 5 Action News Team Promo, It's Gilly, The Manuel Ortiz Show, Lil’ Poundcake, Watch What Happens Live, Pantene Commercial, 74th Annual Hunger Games.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  7. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - I need a wet paper towel.
    7.4/10(5 votes)

    S2:E6

    A mistaken identity at work. The new "Tammy Craps" doll. Some interesting instructional videos during a Driver's Ed class and an attempted ear-piercing.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  8. undefined Season 37 Episode 9 - Katy Perry/Robyn
    7.3/10(3 votes)

    S37:E9

    Robyn performs “Call Your Girlfriend” and “Dancing On My Own” Skits include: On The Record, J Pop America Fun Time Now, The Apocalypse, Kalle, Two Best Friends, Doggie Duty, Kate Middleton Pregnancy, Politics Nation, Lounge Act Soul Mate.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  9. undefined Season 37 Episode 8 - Steve Buscemi/The Black Keys
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    S37:E8

    The Black Keys perform "Lonely Boy" and "Gold On The Ceiling." Skits include: Presidential Address, Frozen Mexican Dinner, The Miley Cyrus Show, The Dark Knight Sneaks Up on Gordon, The Mystery of the Chopped-Up Guy, Central Cougars, Playskool Surprise, Ed Vincent’s Sex Symposium, Happy Holidays From Sheila and Sheila.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  10. undefined Season 37 Episode 10 - Jimmy Fallon/Michael Bublé
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    S37:E10

    Michael Bublé performs “A Holly, Jolly Christmas” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” Skits include: Sully and Denise, Today with Kathie Lee and Hoda, Michael Bublé Christmas Duets, Mirror Sketch, 1920s Party, Half Jewish, Half Italian, Completely Neurotic, Seasons Greetings From Saturday Night Live, Beethoven’s 9th Symphony, Regional Production of “War Horse, Tebow and Jesus.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  11. undefined Season 37 Episode 13 - Channing Tatum/Bon Iver
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    S37:E13

    Bon Iver performs “Holocene” and “Beth/Rest” Skits include: Newt Gingrich, Moon President, It’s Getting Freaky with Cee Lo Green, Downton Abbey on Spike, NBC NFL Promo, Secret Word, Rebecca’s Bat Mitzvah, Tom Brady in Ruby Tuesday, Go-Tech Flex (With Thumbpulse), Bongo’s Clown Room

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  12. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - You sure about that? You sure about that that's why?
    7.0/10(6 votes)

    S2:E3

    A professor really regrets his dinner order. The Carber hot dog vacuum. "Detective Crashmore." A hat has its day in court.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  13. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - Any Given Saturday Afternoon
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    S3:E7

    A profile of life at the top of the Professional Bowling League during the 2003 tournament season, shining a spotlight on the highs and lows of its three most beloved competitors.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  14. undefined Season 37 Episode 17 - Jonah Hill/The Shins
    6.8/10(4 votes)

    S37:E17

    The Shins perform “Simple Song" and “It’s Only Life” Skits include: Benihana, Science Finders, J-Pop America Funtime Now!, Primate Research Center, Liza Minelli Tries To Turn Off A Lamp, Anniversary Orchestra

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  15. undefined Season 38 Episode 4 - Christina Applegate/Passion Pit
    6.8/10(4 votes)

    S38:E4

    Host Christina Applegate; Passion Pit performs "Take a Walk" and "Carried Away."

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  16. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - They said that to me at a dinner.
    6.8/10(6 votes)

    S2:E1

    An unplanned meeting leads to lunchtime chaos. A prank show goes awry at the mall. The "Little Buff Boys" competition. A ghost tour guest goes too far.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  17. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - They have a cake shop there Susan where the cakes just look stunning.
    6.8/10(6 votes)

    S2:E2

    An office dispute over shirt patterns. A little lie about the ice cream store escalates quickly. A man suspects a baby is aware of his checkered past.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  18. undefined Season 37 Episode 3 - Ben Stiller/Foster The People
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    S37:E3

    Foster the People perform "Pumped Up Kicks" and "Houdini" with Kenny G on soprano sax. Sketches include Mitt Romney and Chris Christie, Lincoln Financial Group (three parts), Fox & Friends, The Best of Both Worlds, V-Necks (Digital Short), Shanna's Halloween Party, Columbus Day Aassblast, Bruce Springsteen: Just the Stories, and Tinyballs.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  19. undefined Season 37 Episode 22 - Mick Jagger
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    S37:E22

    Mick Jagger performs "The Last Time" with Arcade Fire, "19th Nervous Breakdown" and "It’s Only Rock ‘n Roll" with Foo Fighters, and a duo with Jeff Beck. Skits include: The Lawrence Welk Show, Secret Word, Karaoke Champ, Lazy Sunday 2, Politics Nation, So You Think You Can Dance At An Outdoor Music Festival, The Californians, Graduation Day.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  20. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Has This Ever Happened to You?
    6.5/10(10 votes)

    S1:E1

    An awkward exit at a job interview. A very specific legal problem. Things get ugly at the "Baby of the Year" contest. A gift receipt causes stress.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  21. undefined Season 2 Episode 4 - Everyone just needs to be more in the moment.
    6.5/10(6 votes)

    S2:E4

    An offhanded joke leaves a husband guilt-ridden. An attempt to ease tensions during a trip backfires. A pants-centric website with a specific purpose.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  22. undefined Season 2 Episode 5 - Didn't you say there was gonna be five people at this table?
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    S2:E5

    A novice driver in a parking lot. Defying the rules of credit card roulette. Celebrity impersonators get unruly. Date night at a cosmos-themed bar.

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  23. undefined Season 37 Episode 19 - Josh Brolin/Gotye
    6.2/10(5 votes)

    S37:E19

    Gotye performs “Somebody I Used To Know" (with Kimbra) and “Eyes Wide Open" Skits include Game of Thrones Behind The Scenes, The Californians, America’s Next Top Empire State of Mind Parody Artist, Laser Cats, Piers Morgan Tonight, Slow Motion Hallway, Somebody That I Used To Know, Booker T Washington High Prom

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  24. undefined Season 37 Episode 16 - Lindsay Lohan/Jack White
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    S37:E16

    Jack White performs “Love Interruption" and "Sixteen Saltines" Skits include: The Real Housewives of Disney, 2012 Psychic Awards, Scared Straight, Deliquent Girl Teen Gang, Big Afro Wedding Invitation, B108FM, Housesitter, Rude Buddha, A Weird Guy By A Fire

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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  25. undefined Season 38 Episode 1 - Seth MacFarlane/Frank Ocean
    6.0/10(4 votes)

    S38:E1

    Host Seth MacFarlane; Frank Ocean performs "Thinkin' Bout You" and "Pyramids."

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    Writer:Zach Kanin

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Zach Kanin Ratings Summary

"Emma Stone/Coldplay" is the best rated episode written by Zach Kanin. It scored 7.7/10 based on 3 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 11/12/2011 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Zooey Deschanel/Karmin".